Child Safety at Tribe Early Learning
Creating Safe and Supportive Learning Environments
At Tribe Early Learning, nothing is more important than the safety and well-being of every child in our care. As a family-owned Perth childcare provider, we take safety personally. Families trust us with their children, and that trust is never taken lightly.
While every early learning centre must meet the Child Safe Standards, at Tribe, we go further. From banning personal devices in learning spaces to ensuring educators are never left alone with children, we’ve invested in practices that give families peace of mind.
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- Zero tolerance: We have zero tolerance for child abuse or neglect.
- Child Safe Organisation: Tribe operates as a proud child safe organisation, embedding safety into every decision we make.
- Beyond compliance: We not only meet but exceed the Child Safe Standards set for early education across Australia.
How We Keep Children Safe Every Day
No personal devices
Smartphones and smartwatches are not permitted in child environments. All family communication is managed securely through the Storypark app.
External Cameras & Secure Entry
Our centres use external CCTV to monitor the entire building. Each centre has secure front-door entry, so only authorised adults can access the premises.
Buddy system and supervision
Staff work in teams and are never left alone with a child; we use family grouping when necessary. Everyone who enters our premises are vetted carefully.
Staff Training
Staff are trained in Child Safety, Mandatory reporting and how to recognise a child at risk of harm or neglect, ensuring all children feel safe, seen, and supported.
Training and Professional Standards
Safety begins with having the right people in place. At Tribe, every educator:
• Holds a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• Is trained as a mandatory reporter, able to recognise and act on any concerns for a child’s wellbeing.
• Completes mandatory child protection training, refreshed regularly to meet current standards.
• We do not use agency staff at our centres
These professional requirements are non-negotiable and form the foundation of our childcare safety commitments.
Training, Mentorship, and Professional Growth
Beyond meeting the basics, Tribe invests in our educators so they can provide the safest and most supportive environments for children.
Mentoring new staff
Every new team member is paired with a buddy educator during probation, ensuring they are never left alone and always supported until their competency is established.
Ongoing mentorship
Circle of Security training
Continuous professional development
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Partnering with Families
Child safety works best when families and educators work together.
Annual Parent/Teacher Nights
Open Communication
Strong Relationships with Leaders
Helping Children Build Confidence and Safety Skills
Consent and Protective Behaviours
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Terminology
Encouragement to Speak Up
Working Together for a Safe Future
Childcare safety is at the heart of everything we do. By combining clear policies, professional training, safe environments, and open partnerships with families, Tribe ensures every child is given the security they need to thrive.
When you entrust your child to Tribe Early Learning, you’re joining a community that values transparency, trust, and the proactive safety of all children.